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Item Restricted The Temporality In Urban Strategies Mina Case Study(Saudi Digital Library, 2016) Alamoudi, Mohammed; Jäger Klein, CarolineThe perception of designs for city development has normally considered a master plan or permanent form. Drawing from the history of urban planning and in the context of current situation in effective urban strategies, the dissertation thesis argues that the temporality in urban strategies is becoming the most important element for future urban design. The author is defending the statement in four chapters using theoretical as well as empirical approach. First chapter is devoting to temporary urbanism itself where the basic concepts and theories are presented. Second and third chapter are analytical, describing the case studies of temporary cities and events with the main focus on Mina – exact example of temporary city. By analysing and comparing the case studies we focused on implementation of temporary strategies, changes in time and finally situation after the end of event or occasion. We have proved effectiveness in temporary urban planning. Fourth chapter is providing the insight to the own research where we used relevant computer programs and analytical tools to analyse data from primary survey and social media as bottom-up approach to temporary urbanism. We analysed temporary uses of urban spaces and attitudes of temporary users to build the model of quality of life in temporary cities and prove the interest of grassroots level in urban planning. In addition we proposed post-analysis of London Olympics and Shanghai Expo as prove of the importance of temporality nowadays. We discovered that there are lots of proves of temporality becoming the most important element for future urban design as we stated at the beginning of dissertation. Last part of the thesis is simulation analysis providing the process of urbanisation in temporary entities to show the origination of the temporary formations in reality14 0Item Restricted Administration of Natural Disasters and Crisis(Saudi Digital Library, 2013) Aljameel, Suliman Mousa; Mocanu, Victor24 0Item Restricted How To Escape Liquidity Trap, Methods and Policies(Saudi Digital Library, 2012) Alibrahim, Hussain; Czeglédi, Pál6 0Item Restricted The Treatment of Unipolar and Bipolar Depression Today(Saudi Digital Library, 2014) Aljohani, Ahmed Said; Breznoscakova, DagmarDepression is a second major cause of disability worldwide. It divides into two most important types, major depression and bipolar depression. The various American and European guidelines for the treatment include major depression and bipolar disorder providing similar basic treatment principles, which include individualizing the treatment plan, preparing the patient for potential long-term treatment, providing measurement based care, and remission treatment. While the guidelines are all evidence-based, certain factors can influence differences in specific recommendations. The similarities and differences among the three sets of guidelines from Europe and North Americas are reviewed here (American Psychiatry Association, British Association for Psychopharmacology, and Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments). The similarity and differences include which psychopharmacology, psychotherapy or other option can be used. Some factors or special situations e.g. pregnancy or older age can affect the choosing of the treatment principle.19 0Item Restricted Impacts of Studying Abroad on the Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Sustainable Development: A Case Study of the Scholarship Pro-gram in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(Saudi Digital Library, 2014) Alqhtany, Hashim ; Ponocny, IvoThis study aims to examine the relationship between studying abroad and knowledge and attitudes towards sustainable development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The hypothesis of this research is that studying abroad on a scholarship would result in a deeper knowledge about sustainability and positive attitudes towards it. In order to investigate the differences in the knowledge and attitudes towards sustaina- bility of Saudi students, this researcher used the scholarship program system and King Saud University to facilitate and ease the research. Surveys were sent to all students both in the country and out. These surveys contained questions intended to measure the differences in the knowledge that the students had acquired. Both qualitative and quanti- tative questions were put to the students. After collecting the data, a software pack- age called SPSS was used for analysis of the data. Finally, the results were interpreted and conclusions drawn. This study had a sample size of 45 respondents, 29 of which are studying in the country, and 27 of which were on scholarship studying abroad. The results reveal that students studying abroad tend to acquire more detailed infor- mation about sustainable development.15 0Item Restricted Managing Loyalty in The Automotive Industry: The Impact of Social Media on the Purchase Cycle(Saudi Digital Library, 2015) Mahfooz, Lugeen Mohemmed; Gašparík, JozefThis study examines the impact of social networks on brand loyalty when consumers are considering purchasing a new road vehicle, and how social networks influence the processes of purchase and consumers’ attitudes and perceptions towards the brand. The process of purchasing a new car has changed with the widespread use of social media, which has begun to influence purchase intentions, so that the sale cycle of the automotive industry is evolving. The findings of this study suggest that the perceptions of friends and families discussed on social media networks have become more influential for potential consumers when compared to traditional forms of commercial marketing, so that person-to-person marketing has become an important new phenomenon that needs to be recognised by vehicle manufacturers and dealers. Dean (2013) argues that the purchase intentions of potential consumers can influence what type of car and where they would purchase this from, so that marketing needs to be a mix of strategies where social media is a central element. This thesis intends to investigate how the automotive industry manages the concept of customer loyalty, which should fill a gap in knowledge for this industry and present better understanding. The research will also focus on the market in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to reveal the influence of loyalty and advocacy and how these could be maximised, as well as analyse social media strategies that have been successful. The expected results of this study should demonstrate the importance of social media for vehicle manufacturers and dealers and its influence on the process of consumers’ purchasing intentions. The researcher believes that the findings of this thesis should provide valuable guidance for car dealers in Saudi Arabia to adopt a better model for the sale cycle that will be more effective in achieving improved sales of vehicles.6 0Item Restricted The Effect of Airway Clearance Techniques on Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(Saudi Digital Library, 2018) Milibari, Hussam; Pavlů, DagmarObjective The main purpose of this study is to expose and evaluate the efficacy of airway clearance techniques on patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by using pulmonary functions and Quality of Life measurements from recent studies. Methodology This thesis is literature review. The selected studies were according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. The selections of recent studies were published from the year of 2000 until 2017 in English language. The following research databases were selected to identify the relevant topic: PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane, PEDro, and CINAHL. The parameters’ results from the articles have been also selected by evaluation the statistical differences according to the P-values. Results Twenty-three articles out of 117 have been found according to inclusion criteria, exclusion criteria, and outcome measures. The techniques were active cycle of breathing technique (ACBT), positive expiratory pressure (PEP), temporary of positive expiratory pressure (T-PEP), Oscillating positive expiratory pressure (O-PEP), high-frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO), slow expiration with glottis opened in lateral posture (ELTGOL), postural drainage, and autogenic drainage. The patients age was ranged between 30 to 91 years old. The parameters of pulmonary functions that were found in differences between articles are: FEV1, FVC, FEV1/FVC ratio, PEF, FEF, ERV, TLC, and RV. There were variations in statistical differences although there were frequent using of PEP and its modifications. Conclusion The evidence of airway clearance techniques on patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by evaluation of pulmonary functions and quality of life measurements are still poor although there were mentioning of improvements in some studies.13 0Item Restricted Übersetzungsorientierte Terminologiearbeit am Beispiel des Strafrechts in Österreich und Saudi-Arabien(Saudi Digital Library, 2015) Alshehri, Faiz; Budin, Gerhard; Lohlker, Rüdiger14 0Item Restricted تأثير الإعلام على الثقافة الشعبية في منطقة عسير مع دراسة خصائص لهجتها(Saudi Digital Library, 2016) Jafsher, Salem Mohammed; Prochazka, StephanDie bergige Region Asir im Süd-westlichen Saudi-Arabien wird von einer sehr spezifischen Materialkultur geprägt, die sich im lokalen Stil des Lebens, Schmuck, Speisen und Getränken sowie Architektur manifestiert. Neben diesen Aspekten der materiellen Kultur steht die Region Asir gegen andere Regionen in Saudi-Arabien durch ein eigenes kulturelles Erbe, das viele lokale Traditionen wie spezielle Tänze und Spiele von besonderem Interesse umfasst. Diese Arbeit beschäftigt sich mit all den oben genannten Aspekten und untersucht den Einfluss der modernen Medien, insbesondere Fernsehen und Radio auf der materiellen und immateriellen Kultur der Asir Region. Die radikalen gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen der letzten drei Jahrzehnte hatten einen signifikanten Einfluss auf das materielle und immaterielles Kulturerbe der Asir Region. Die lokalen arabischen Dialekte haben viele Veränderungen in der Sprache der jüngeren Generation und weisen eine deutliche Tendenz zur Nivellierung und Anpassung auf. Dazu gehört auch das Verschwinden von phonologisch auffälligen Merkmalen sowie spezifische lokale Vokablen. Die Arbeit enthält auch ein Kapitel, das zeigt, wie die Medien verwendet werden. Somit wird der Einfluss der Medien nicht nur zu einem allmählichen Rückgang der lokalen sprachlichen Vielfalt führen, sondern es ergibt sich auch ein Bewusstsein für regionale kulturelle Merkmale und eine Tendenz unter jungen Menschen für die Erhaltung der Traditionen und Dialekte. Es wird daher vorgeschlagen, Archive aufzubauen, die das reiche kulturelle Erbe der Region, vor allem die mündlich überlieferten Gedichte und Erzählungen zu bewahren helfen.88 0Item Restricted Factors Leading to Decision Making to Buy Electric Car - An Empirical Study in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(Saudi Digital Library, 2016) Batawi, Hani Hassan; Lešinský, JánThis research work explores the customers’ decision making process in purchasing electric cars in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This consumer behavioural research has acquired a market summary which definitely enlightens the enrichment of materialising the strategy for the business of electric car products in KSA. To venture this research work in KSA, cities like Jeddah, Dammam and Al-Quasim have been chosen where a total of four hundred and fifty customers have participated to answer the questionnaires which are constructed on a basis of five point Likert Scale. A random probability sampling tool has been used to find out the level of customers’ thoughts and opinions about energy efficient, environmental friendly, performance benefit, reduction of energy dependence and customers buying decision regarding the electric car products available in KSA. It is found through the descriptive analysis where all the variables have high mean scores which are more than four. From this research results with the aid of Pearson Correlation tests, it is found that all the relationships among energy efficient, environmental friendly, performance benefit, reduction of energy dependence are found to be positive and significant with the customers’ decision making process in purchasing electric car products as all the p values obtained significance at the 0.01 level (99% confidence level) for 2-tailed. The results suggest that the customers pay much importance on the mentioned variables in their practical life reflecting the electric car products’ possible characteristics for the spontaneous support from the customers in future. At last the multiple regression analysis suggests that all the variables such as energy efficient, environmental friendly, performance benefit, reduction of energy dependence are significant with the customers’ buying decision regarding electric cars in KSA. This descriptive type of research, the findings, and the most enriched recommendations have depicted a vivid scenario about electric car products available in the territory of KSA.8 0